The University of Louisiana at Lafayette, also known as the UL Lafayette, is a coeducational public research university located in Lafayette, Louisiana. Established in 1900, this university currently grants admission to over 10,000 students every year. UL Lafayette is well known for its degree courses in the field of art studies.
University of Louisiana at Lafayette’s sports teams are referred to as the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns. The official mascot of the school is Cayenne. The athletics department fields teams in baseball, basketball, football, softball, and water-skiing. UL Lafayette also sponsors various club sports such as badminton, bowling, cheerleading, cricket, hockey, judo, power-lifting, rugby, sport shooting, soccer, and tae kwon do.

The most common major fields study at the school include art studies.
Louisiana Lafayette does not admit all applicants.
Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members. Faculty salaries at Louisiana Lafayette are higher than most.
The school, in 2007-2008, had 16,345 students (14,581 full-time equivalent).
Louisiana Lafayette makes available student meal plans. Athletic teams at the school belong to the Sun Belt Conference for major sports.
Degree seekers find Louisiana Lafayette to be more affordable than many of its peers.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Louisiana At Lafayette
104 University Circle
Lafayette, LA 70503
General Phone: (377) 482-1000
http://www.louisiana.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 523 | business management, accounting, finance, marketing, insurance, fashion merchandising, MIS, managerial economics, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 499 | general studies, English, sociology, history, political science, anthropology, French studies, French language, ... |
| Education and Teaching | 315 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, early childhood education, educational administration, secondary teaching, school counseling, middle school teaching, social studies teaching, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 139 | registered nursing |
| Engineering | 124 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, civil engineering, petroleum engineering, engineering management |
| Science | 117 | biology, geology, chemistry, physics, ecology and population biology, microbiology, conservation biology |
| Media | 108 | mass communication, public relations, communication studies |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 85 | computer science, computer engineering |
| Therapy and Counseling | 75 | psychology, communication disorders services, cognitive science |
| Family and Social Work | 70 | family studies, family and consumer science |
| Art Studies | 66 | art studies, visual and performing arts |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 57 | criminal justice and safety |
| Engineering Technician | 50 | industrial tech |
| Architecture and Planning | 48 | architectural services, interior architecture, architecture |
| Medical Support and Technology | 47 | audiology and speech pathology, dental hygienist |
| Medical Administration | 29 | medical records admin, health care administration |
| Mathematics | 22 | mathematics |
| Music | 18 | music performance |
| Hospitality | 16 | hospitality management |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 16 | agriculture |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 12 | natural resources courses |
| Design | 12 | industrial design |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 12 | dietitian, athletic trainer |
| Law | 7 | pre-law |
| Religion and Philosophy | 0 | philosophy |
Number of programs and degrees for Louisiana Lafayette in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 2,142 | 80 |
| Master's degree | 284 | 28 |
| Doctor's degree | 39 | 9 |
| Associate's degree | 2 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Louisiana Lafayette had a total enrollment of 16,345 students (14,581 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 44% |
| Women | 56% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 90% |
| Graduate | 10% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 71% |
| Black | 18% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 30% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Louisiana | 95% |
| Texas | 2% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
| Part-Time | 51 % |
Louisiana Lafayette offers campus housing for 1,788 of its 14,581 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Lafayette, Louisiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Louisiana Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 15 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 7,479 | 5,074 | 68% | 2,629 | 52% |
| Men | 3,093 | 2,071 | 67% | 1,159 | 56% |
| Women | 4,386 | 3,003 | 68% | 1,470 | 49% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 6% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 96% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,574 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,754 |
| Room and board | $ 4,200 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,970 |
Financial Aid:
Louisiana Lafayette participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 203100)
Louisiana Lafayette has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 199 | 85 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 72 | 49 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 72 | 122 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $71,590 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 111 | $109,424 | 32 | $96,351 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 86 | $81,804 | 39 | $71,343 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 94 | $62,629 | 65 | $63,944 |
| Instructor | academic year | 46 | $43,056 | 114 | $44,361 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 337 | $80,264 | 250 | $60,317 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Sun Belt Conference |
| Basketball | Sun Belt Conference |
| Baseball | Sun Belt Conference |
| Track | Sun Belt Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 182 | 119 | 301 |
| Football | 90 | 0 | 90 |
| Track | 27 | 32 | 59 |
| Baseball | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| Basketball | 13 | 16 | 29 |
| All Other Sports | 19 | 71 | 90 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agriculture, General
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
Architecture and Related Services, Other
Interior Architecture
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Managerial Economics
Fashion Merchandising
Finance, General
Insurance
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Natural Resources and Conservation, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Agricultural Teacher Education
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Business Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education/Teaching Individuals - Early Childhood Spec Ed Pgms
Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
French Language Teacher Education
German Language Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Physics Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Speech Teacher Education
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education
ENGINEERING
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering/Industrial Management
Mechanical Engineering
Petroleum Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Industrial Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Human Development and Family Studies, General
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
French Language and Literature
French Studies
General Studies
History, General
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Public Relations/Image Management
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Conservation Biology
Ecology, Evolution, Systematics and Population Biology, Other
Geology/Earth Science, General
Microbiology, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Cognitive Science
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Louisiana Lafayette Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
Has ROTC (army)
Offers athletic scholarships
NCAA athletic conference member
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